Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Salt Lake City, UT
Browse Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Salt Lake City, Utah. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
EFT
Richard Cox, PhD
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
My name is Richard Cox, and I welcome you to my psychotherapy practice. I specialize in three areas. The first two are part of marriage and family therapy, and they are couples counseling, and parent-child counseling. The third area is a focus on Bipolar Disorders, which I have been keenly interested in understanding and helping clients with since very early in my career in psychotherapy. My education includes a masters degree, M.A., in mental health counseling, and a doctoral degree, Ph.D., in counseling with a focus on marriage and family therapy. I encourage you to schedule an appointment with me, as I look forward to meeting you and hearing your story.
27 Years Experience
Online in Salt Lake City, UT (Online Only)
EFT
Hannah Muetzelfeld
Psychologist, PhD
In our work together, we'll focus on identifying your inner strengths, building coping tools rooted in your values, and creating a meaningful, realistic path toward healing. Emotional pain is something we often try to avoid, but real growth begins when we allow ourselves to fully experience and understand those feelings. My approach centers around shifting from emotional avoidance to emotional acceptance. I work through an attachment-based lens, recognizing how early experiences shape our current relationships and emotional patterns. I also frequently incorporate self-compassion practices to help you relate to yourself with more kindness and care.
12 Years Experience
Online in Salt Lake City, UT (Online Only)
EFT
Dr. Israel Martinez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CST, PhD
I provide therapy for gay men and hold licenses in New Jersey, New York, and Utah. Many gay men worry that a therapist might not fully understand their experiences or that they’ll have to hide parts of themselves in session. I once shared those same concerns, and they’re what inspired me to become a therapist who offers affirming, authentic care. Together, we’ll create a supportive, judgment-free space where you can find clarity, growth, and the confidence to live more fully.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, trained at Columbia University, with additional certification as a sex therapist through AASECT and advanced relationship training from The Couples Institute. Over the past two decades, I’ve supported gay men in a variety of settings—including the NYC LGBT Community Center and Gay Men’s Health Crisis (GMHC).
20 Years Experience
Online in Salt Lake City, UT (Online Only)
EFT
Ben Kroff
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor
I love working with couples, families, and individuals using a range of EFT, CBT, DBT, and family systems therapy.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Salt Lake City, UT 84124
Online in Salt Lake City, UT
EFT
Jennifer Wong with Beacon Therapy of Utah
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT
I believe that true healing begins when we feel fully seen, heard, and understood, without judgment or rush. As an Asian therapist, I bring cultural awareness, empathy, and heartfelt care to the space we create together. My work with families and couples has taught me how deeply relationships shape our sense of self and our emotional wellbeing. I focus on supporting couples in strengthening communication, rebuilding trust, and deepening emotional connection, helping partners better understand one another and navigate patterns that may keep them stuck. I also support families in creating understanding, connection, and safety within their relationships. I specialize in helping individuals and couples connect with their emotions, understand what they are trying to tell them, and navigate challenges such as anxiety, self-discovery, life purpose questions, relationship struggles, and life transitions. My hope is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your experiences deeply and honestly, at a pace that feels right for you.
Outside of sessions, I find joy in cozy coffee shops, spending time with my family, or walking with my two goldendoodles. I’ve also been learning to garden - a sweet and gentle reminder that growth, like emotional healing, takes patience, nurturing, and time.
Reaching out can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to face it alone. I’m honored to walk alongside you on your journey, helping you connect with your emotions, gain clarity, and move toward healing, understanding, and meaningful connection.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Salt Lake City, UT
Online in Salt Lake City, UT
EFT
Danielle Thurman (Roots and Wings Family Therapy)
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Our goal is to get you in and out of therapy as quickly as possible. As a client, I spent 15 years in therapy trying to figure out why I was still stuck. I now have these answers and would love to share them with you. Our goal is to build skills in therapy that you can take outside of therapy to get the life you've always wanted.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Salt Lake City, UT
Online in Salt Lake City, UT
Salt Lake City is the world headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and this religious and cultural reality profoundly shapes the city's therapy landscape — with therapists who can work thoughtfully within LDS family frameworks, navigate faith transitions, and understand the particular psychological pressures of a community where cultural and religious expectations are deeply intertwined serving an essential role. The city's growing tech industry — part of the 'Silicon Slopes' corridor — creates additional demand for therapists experienced with startup culture, high-performance careers, and the particular identity challenges of building secular professional lives in a deeply religious community. University of Utah Health and Intermountain Medical Center provide major institutional mental health resources alongside a well-developed private therapy community. Salt Lake City's significant LGBTQ+ population — navigating identity in a predominantly LDS cultural context — creates consistent demand for affirming therapists who understand the intersection of queer identity and religious community.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Salt Lake City, UT Statistics
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapists in Salt Lake City, UT average 15 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (84%), Depression (70%), and Relationship and Marriage Counseling (63%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 38% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 84% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 70% | Depression |
| 63% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 62% | Stress |
| 57% | Self Esteem |
| 52% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 50% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Men |
| 28% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |